1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1041 kg |
